US 10.1

CHAPTER 10 – AMERICA CLAIMS AN EMPIRE
Does the US have a duty to fight for freedom in neighboring countries?
When should the US intervene in the affairs of another country?
In what ways do dramatic headlines influence American opinion?
10.1: Imperialism and America
OBJ 1: Explain the economic and cultural factors that fueled the growth of American imperialism.
OBJ 2: Describe how the US acquired Alaska. Summarize took over the Hawaiian Islands.
The Roots of American Imperialism
Economic roots: Political & Military roots: Racist roots:
What did Admiral Mahan urge the US to do to protect its interests?
For each year on the timeline below, identify one important event in the history of US involvement in Hawaii.
US Imperialism in Hawaii
1875
1887
1890
1891
1897
1898
On the back:
I) Skillbuilder pg. 344
II) Geography skillbuilder pg. 345
III) Answer A, B, & C
IV) QW: #4 pg. 345